Brand and PR Executive

Contemporary Group Limited (CGL) is a leading group of companies offering a full range of services in the construction industry. CGL is a dynamic leader in the construction value chain, made up of Contemporary Design Associates, Contemporary Properties Limited, Conwave Ventures Limited, and Contemporary Ventures and Resources Limited. With the vision to be a unique solution provider for exceptional projects and a determination to lead innovation and sustainability in the industry, CGL has completed over 200 projects in more than three decades.

CGL is a group of Architects, Engineers, Estate Surveyors, Valuers and Property Developers managing one-off building assignments, to the coordination of large scale integrated projects. With its team of dynamic and seasoned professionals the group has been able to establish itself as one of the foremost property development companies in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Position: Brand and PR Executive
Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Brief

• We are seeking a versatile and creative Marketing & PR Executive with a passion for design and the built environment. In this role, you will elevate our firm’s market presence and reputation. You will handle traditional and digital marketing initiatives while managing our public relations strategy.
• The ideal candidate knows how to translate complex architectural concepts and engineering achievements into compelling narratives. You will drive visibility for our project portfolio, secure features in top-tier industry publications, and support our business development team in winning prestigious bids.

Key Responsibilities|
Marketing & Portfolio Promotion:

• Create and manage high-quality marketing collateral, including project case studies, firm profiles, brochures, and award submissions.
• Manage and update the company website and portfolio galleries, ensuring a high-end visual aesthetic that reflects our design standards.
• Execute social media strategies across visual and professional platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest) to showcase construction milestones, finished projects, and behind-the-scenes expertise.
• Support the business development team by designing visually compelling pitch decks, RFP responses, and tender presentation materials.
• Coordinate professional architectural photography and videography shoots for completed projects.

Public Relations & Media Relations:

• Draft and pitch project feature stories, press releases, and thought-leadership articles to architectural, design, and construction publications (e.g., Architectural Digest, Dezeen, ArchDaily, Engineering News-Record).
• Build and maintain relationships with design journalists, industry influencers, and local media.
• Identify, prepare, and submit our projects for major local, national, and international architectural and construction design awards.
• Monitor industry news, competitor developments, and real estate market trends to identify PR opportunities.
• Secure and coordinate speaking engagements for our firm's principals and architects at industry conferences and panels.

Event & Stakeholder Coordination:

• Organize project milestone events, including groundbreaking ceremonies, topping-out parties, site tours, and ribbon-cuttings.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, sub-contractors, and clients to gather project data and ensure promotional alignment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Architecture, or a related field.
• Experience:5 years of marketing or PR experience, preferablywithin the architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), or luxury real estate industries.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional visual and written storytelling skills, with the ability to write technically accurate yet engaging copy about architecture and construction.
• Media Savvy: Proven track record of securing editorial features or managing award submissions in the design or construction space.
• Soft Skills: Strong project management abilities, high attention to detail, and comfort collaborating with architects, engineers, and corporate clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• HMO
• Site visits and opportunities to experience award-winning project developments firsthand.
• A collaborative, creative environment alongside passionate design and building professionals.